This legislation ensures the fair compensation of authors for the use of their works in libraries and archives, while also supporting the preservation of heritage for public access and education. The law was established by the Norwegian government to acknowledge the importance of authors’ contributions and to support cultural institutions that maintain national heritage.
The legislation requires that authors receive annual compensation for the use of their works in public libraries, archives, and museums. The law ensures that authors receive fair compensation through budgetary appropriations, offering support to the authors and encouraging them to produce quality content. At the same time, cultural institutions can readily access valuable resources that help enrich national intellectual and education scenes.
The law recognizes the importance of supporting institutions responsible for preserving national heritage. This compensation scheme fosters increased investment in these public sites, allowing them to continue offering quality resources to the public. Furthermore, the law recognizes that cultural archives and institutions are essential to the country’s well-being. As such, institutions must receive adequate compensation for the use of copyrighted materials currently in libraries or archives.
In summary, the legislation provides fair compensation to authors while encouraging them to continue producing valuable content. At the same time, it supports cultural institutions that maintain and preserve national heritage for public access and education.
